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OPB 902L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

56,440 mi
Last recorded56,440 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPB 902L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 56,440 miles

sall hole in near side under wingbulkhead

Pass 7 Aug 2018 56,349 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 56,287 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 56,205 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 55,995 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 55,995 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s front tyre has perishing cracks

Pass 4 Jul 2014 55,619 miles

o/s n/s front tyres perishing o/s n/s rear tyres perishing

Pass 11 Jun 2013 55,566 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

o/s n/s front tyres starting to perish

o/s n/s rear tyres starting to perish

Fail 10 Jun 2013 55,566 miles

Centre Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

o/s n/s front tyres starting to perish

o/s n/s rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 18 Jun 2012 55,435 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake pedal rubber worn o/s rear tyre walls perishing

Pass 1 Jul 2011 55,267 miles

brake pedal anti slip rubber starting to wear on edge

tyres startin to perish

Pass 12 Jun 2010 55,113 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 54,692 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly

steering box starting to wear

Pass 16 Jun 2008 54,459 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 54,209 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 54,207 miles

Nearside Upper Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Upper Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 May 2006 54,059 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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OPB 902L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 44,941 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OPB 902L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OPB 902L?

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What year was OPB 902L registered?

OPB 902L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 November 1972.

Is OPB 902L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPB 902L shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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